Liu Yue's eyes darkened, and a thought seemed to flash through her mind.
"Does Master believe that the young lady was abducted by the people of Mo Gui Valley?"
"This is my initial guess. We have informants in the Huaizhou area, but three days have passed and we still haven't found a single clue."
Rumor has it that Mo Guigu is skilled in disguise; it's not impossible that he could have been kidnapped by them.
"But our Gu family is just a merchant family, with no grudges with the martial arts world. Why would Mo Guigu do this?"
"Although our Gu family has no grudges against them, Luo'er's trip this time is to conduct an on-site investigation of Chaolu Manor."
As far as I know, Chaolu Manor is the property of the eldest son of the Marquis of Zhongyong's family.
Liu Yue's gaze deepened, a hint of doubt rising in her heart, "Could it be that the First Lady of the Marquis of Zhongyong hired someone to kill her?"
"Shh! Don't talk nonsense before the matter is investigated!"
"yes!"
"The most urgent task is to find the lair of Mo Guigu before we can make a decision."
“Young Master, Mo Gui Valley has always been hidden from the world. Without an acquaintance to introduce us, it would be very difficult to find them.”
"Mo Guigu has been hiding in the secluded valley for a long time, just to avoid being hunted down by government troops."
They are businessmen in the underworld; as long as they have money, they are not afraid of not being able to find people.
I have an old friend who once mentioned to me how to find Mo Guigu to do things.
Send someone to Huaizhou to search for the young lady's whereabouts. I will meet you again tomorrow!
"Very well! The world is a dangerous place! Young master, please be careful in all matters! This subordinate takes his leave!"
Gu Qianluo has been missing for three days, and bad rumors have already spread from the Marquis of Zhongyong's residence.
Gu Zijun had made up his mind and spurred his horse toward the Xiaoyao Sect.
The Xiaoyao Sect is located in a deep mountain forest on the western outskirts of Huaizhou. It is a sect created solely by its sect leader, Tang Jiuzhao.
The Xiaoyao Sect specializes in recruiting extraordinary individuals, including assassins skilled in using hidden weapons and sorcerers knowledgeable in astrology. They specialize in finding people and objects.
They are known in the martial arts world as the "Master of Treasure Hunting," and once they find what they are looking for, they never fail.
However, they have always been known for their loyalty and righteousness, and the Xiaoyao Sect would not take on such unjust acts as kidnapping people and stealing money.
Gu Zijun traveled three hundred miles on horseback in just half a day to reach the Xiaoyao Sect's headquarters.
The stone archway of the Xiaoyao Sect stands at the foot of Xiaoyao Mountain. The towering stone archway is decorated with carved beams and painted rafters. In front of the archway is a 999-step ladder leading directly to the main hall of the Xiaoyao Sect.
Gu Zijun slowly rode to the front of the Xiaoyao Sect's archway and lightly jumped off his horse.
When a guest arrived, the guards standing on either side of the archway politely stepped forward to greet him.
Are you looking for a person or a lost item?
"Looking for someone!"
Upon hearing this, the guard scratched his head and said regretfully, "Oh dear, the quota for finding people is full recently."
The sect leader has instructed that no guests are to be received today. Young master, please return!
Gu Zijun's brow furrowed, a hint of disappointment creeping into his eyes. Suddenly, his gaze shifted, and he suggested...
"I know your sect leader. Look, I rarely come here, and I've just caught a fat sheep. Why don't you let me in to catch up with the sect leader?"
Gu Zijun knew from the first time he met Tang Jiuzhao that he loved roasted mutton the most. Since he had come to ask for a favor today, he certainly couldn't come empty-handed.
The young guard frowned, glancing down at the large, plump lamb in Gu Zijun's hand.
"I see! Perhaps you could wait a moment, young master, while I go up and inform them?"
"Alright! Thank you for your help, sir!"
Seeing that there was hope of meeting Tang Jiuzhao, Gu Zijun felt a surge of anticipation.
He led the horse to a nearby lawn, tied it to a large tree, and lay it down in the shade to await good news.
It was midday, the sun was blazing, and everyone was starving.
He had been traveling all day and was exhausted. He fell asleep under the tree without realizing it.
Suddenly, in a half-dream, half-awake state, a man in flowing white robes, with a handsome appearance like a banished immortal, slowly approached him.
His black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, and his eyes shone like stars. He stood with his hands behind his back, holding up a feather fan to shield Gu Zijun from the glaring light.
A faint sandalwood scent wafted over, and Gu Zijun, his expression somber, suddenly opened his hazy eyes and said in a languid voice,
"Brother Jiu Zhao, why didn't you wake me up when you arrived?"
Tang Jiuzhao narrowed his eyes slightly, curled his lips into a faint smile, and said...
"Brother Zijun, how have you been? What brings you to the Free and Unfettered Sect looking for me?"
Gu Zijun frowned, his expression grave, and slowly said, "Luo'er is missing!"
"What? How long ago?" Tang Jiuzhao's expression suddenly changed, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
Three days ago, she went out of the manor with a guard from the Marquis's residence on business. She was kidnapped on the way and has not been seen since!
These past few days, my men and I have searched every street and alley in Huaizhou, but we have found no trace of her.
That's why I thought of looking for you.
Tang Jiuzhao's gaze deepened as he jokingly asked, "Have you ever doubted me?"
"To be honest, back then you were deeply in love with Luo'er, so I naturally suspected that you were the one who did it. But then I thought, you're not that kind of person."
"Could they be from Mo Gui Valley? I heard that the Valley Master of Mo Gui Valley recently acquired a beauty and is indulging in revelry every night."
Upon hearing this, Gu Zijun's eyes flashed. "You think so too? Is there any way to enter Mo Gui Valley?"
"Yes, there are, but as you know, my Xiaoyao Sect and Mogui Valley have always been mortal enemies. I'm afraid our people will be attacked with swords before they even get inside."
"That's right. How about this, you clear the way for me, and I'll go in alone."
Upon hearing this, Gu Zijun's eyes darkened, and he refused in a deep voice, "Mo Gui has always been known for his viciousness, cruelty, and ruthlessness. If you go there, won't you fall into his trap?"
"What does it matter if it costs me my life, as long as it can save Luo'er? When Mother passed away, I promised her that I would protect Luo'er."
"Alas! I, Tang Jiuzhao, truly owe you two siblings a debt. Come with me, and I will send someone to accompany you."
Gu Zijun's eyes flashed, and he asked in confusion, "Who is it?"
"You know Qin Tianxun too. He used to be a member of Mo Guigu, but he couldn't stand the cruel and violent style of the Mo Guigu gang leader, so he escaped on his own and now lives in my Xiaoyao Sect, working for me."
A moment later, a lithe man slowly approached. Tang Jiuzhao gave the order in a deep voice.
"Young Master Gu needs to go to Mo Gui Valley. You will follow behind him and protect him. Remember to be careful in everything you do and do not reveal your identity as a member of the Xiaoyao Sect."
"Yes, sir! I will certainly complete the mission well!"
Seeing that a guide had appeared, Gu Zijun's eyes gleamed, and he untied a lamb from his horse.
"Jiu Zhao, this is just a small token of my appreciation."
Tang Jiuzhao glanced at him sideways, readily ordered a servant to take the lamb away, and said with a light smile, "Thank you!"
"Young Master Gu, Mo Gui Valley is riddled with traps and mechanisms. Let's set off before it gets dark!"
"Okay! Let's go!"
Watching Gu Zijun and Qin Tianxun ride away on horseback, Tang Jiuzhao's eyes were deep and her mind was filled with a jumble of thoughts. She couldn't help but think of her past with the Gu siblings.
"Cangnan, find some capable people to follow Young Master Gu."
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